100 pounds in 1 year

[Tiff]

Is it possible to lose 100 pounds in a year safely or is that just wishful thinking?

[bonniekins]

I think so. If you lost two pounds a week and there are 52 weeks in a year, then sure you can. Losing 2 pounds a week is not unhealthy. That said, it's not easy, either. You need to be committed and dedicated to reach this goal. It is far more likely that you'll lose 50 pounds, in my opinion.

[Beth]

I also agree that you're more likely to lose 50 or more but not quite 100. I mean, to be fair, it also sorta depends on how much you weigh right now and how much you can afford to lose. That said, it will take lots of dedication.

[Ron]

Yeah, shedding 100 pounds is a lot. It's a good goal if you can stand to lose 100, but I would also recommend cutting that in half and aiming for 50 pounds. You'll feel proud of yourself when you achieve small goals instead of shooting for the big ones. I mean, you may be able to lose 100 in a year, that's not impossible, but why not first start with something lower and go from there. You really don't know how difficult it can be to lose weight until you start doing it.

[Paplo]

It's totally possible to lose 100 pounds in one year, Tiff. That's not wishful thinking at all. In fact, it's really practical and it's probably the smartest way to lose this amount of weight. I say if you're motivated to lose 100 pounds in one year, go for it. The goal is perfectly achievable without causing you to have to be unhealthy or even unhappy with your diet. You can easily lose a pound or two per week. To lose two pounds in a week, you'll need to drop 1,000 calories per day.

[anne]

Yes! You can lose 100 pounds in a year. As everyone else pointed out it will take dedication and motivation but you can do it. My friend who was 300 pounds did it and he looks great now :) Good luck!

[Tiff]

Wow! Thank you for all your responses :) :) I'm feeling really motivated that I'll actually be able to lose at least 50 pounds in a year, which feels great :D I'm going to aim for 100 though. I think I can do it. Thanks again :)

[Beth]

Since it's been a super long time since your post, Tiff, I'm wondering did you actually achieve your 50 pound (or even your 100) pound weight loss goal?

[Tiff]

Since it's been a super long time since your post, Tiff, I'm wondering did you actually achieve your 50 pound (or even your 100) pound weight loss goal?

No haha. But I did lose 40. It was surprisingly harder than I thought!!